The Delta State House of Assembly, on Wednesday, passed the Anti-Terrorism and Anti-Cultism (Amendment) Bill 2025 for presidential assent.
The bill aims to criminalize acts of terrorism, cultism, and the use of explosives within the state.
The amendment seeks to provide a clearer definition of cultism under existing law and make it easier to prosecute offenders.
To facilitate the third reading and passage of the bill, the House Majority Leader, Emeka Nwaobi, moved a motion to suspend House Rules 12, 80, 82, and 83.
The motion was unanimously approved by the House through a voice vote led by Speaker Dennis Guwor and was seconded by Charles Emetulu (APC-Ndokwa West).
Speaker Guwor stated that once signed into law, the bill would strengthen efforts to curb terrorism, cultism, and the use of explosives in the state.
The Speaker praised the lawmakers, describing their performance as a display of “legislative skill” and dedication to their responsibilities.
He emphasized that the bill’s passage reflects the lawmakers’ shared commitment to the welfare of Deltans and the state as a whole.
Like many other states in Nigeria, Delta is grappling with a rise in cultism, particularly among young people.
In addition, the House also approved the State Colleges of Education Bill, 2025, following its third reading.
